Job Title
Senior Cook - Relief
Location
Powhatan, VA, US
Organization Name
James River Juvenile Detention Center
About Us
James River Juvenile Detention Center is a 47,884 square foot, 60 bed detention center located in Powhatan County near the Goochland County and Henrico County borders. It serves the counties of Henrico, Powhatan and Goochland.
Henrico County, a progressive employer of choice, provides job seekers with the promise of fair and competitive compensation; a close-knit atmosphere with low employee turnover; and a benefits package that helps secure financial stability.
Established in 1611, Henrico County has deep historical roots. Henrico County borders the City of Richmond to the west, north and east and constitutes approximately a third of the Richmond metropolitan areas. Henrico County is among the top-rated counties in the nation and was one of the first localities to adopt the County Manager Form of Government. Citizens of Henrico County are represented by an elected Board of Supervisors representing five magisterial districts.
Henrico County General Government currently has more than 30 agencies. Department Heads are appointed by the County Manager, with the exception of the elected constitutional officers. Henrico County is an equal opportunity employer and, when you join us, you will be surrounded by fellow associates who come from all walks of life, all types of cultural backgrounds and all ages.
General Statement of Duties
Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, April 29, 2024.
Prepares and cooks nutritious and attractive meals for large groups of people at James River Juvenile Detention Center on an hourly relief basis; does related work as required.
Essential Duties
Knowledge of the preparation, cooking and serving of foods; knowledge of the operation and maintenance of a large kitchen; ability to read and write and understand written and oral directions; ability to make arithmetical computations accurately and quickly; ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with employees; good judgment; ability to lift and maneuver food and food service equipment; ability to deal with patrons courteously and tactfully.
Minimum Qualifications
Completion of the tenth grade, preferably supplemented by a commercial food training course, and three (3) years of experience in the preparation of food on a large scale; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Additional Information
This is a relief cook position located at the James River Juvenile Detention Center in Powhatan County and will be utilized on an as-needed basis.
A criminal history record check and fingerprinting is conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment, including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer an employee.
How To Apply
Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, April 29, 2024.
You apply for positions with Henrico County general government through our on-line applicant system, which is available 24-hours a day, 7-days a week with an Internet connection. Please access our job site portal through http://henrico.us/services/jobs or click on the Jobs link in the upper right hand corner of our main County page at http://henrico.us.
Minimum Salary
17.44
Maximum Salary
Currency
USD
Main Organization
General Government
General Government
Employment Status
Hourly/Temporary
Hourly/Temporary
Amount of Travel
Work At Home